Mercedes Benz ML500 owners have reported 5 exterior lighting related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common exterior lighting problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's headlights (2 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's turn signal (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Headlights problems | |
| Turn Signal problems | |
| Brake Light Switch problems | |
| Brake Light problems |
During regular vehicle use the front right headlight stopped working. Upon inspection it was found that the headlight holder had melted under extreme temperatures due to a manufacturers defect in the wiring harness. Read details...
The rear brake lights sockets are getting burnt causing the brakes light to fail. Corrosion on a connector can cause the tail, brake or rear turn signal lights to dim or fail. This is a safety issue because it can make cars less visible to other drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash. Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Mercedes Benz Ml500. The contact stated that the brake light switch failed. The failure occurs constantly and prevents him from shifting out of park. The failure has occurred approximately eleven times. Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Mercedes Benz Ml500. While driving 65 mph with the drivers side heated seat activated, the contact noticed that the seat was melting. The dealer reupholstered the seat and the vehicle was released to the owner. Read details...